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Ancient Roots Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine
5 ★★★★★ 77 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Providence, Rhode Island
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Why Ancient Roots Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine is listed — cupping is a treatment, not a Google category, so we only list a provider when there's real proof they offer it. Here's what we found: “--> Home | Ancient Roots top of page Home About Services Offered What is Acupuncture? What is Fire Cupping? Herbal Medicine Stress & Anxiety Pain Management Women's and Reproductive Health Nutritional Counseling Electroacupuncture…” source →
Booking your cupping session
- Payment reportedly accepts insurance — verify coverage before your visit, since cupping is often billed under manual therapy or acupuncture
- Walk-ins walk-ins welcome — but calling ahead is safest for a cupping appointment
- Today see hours ·
- Website ancientrootsacupuncture.com — book and see the full treatment menu
- Phone +1 401-572-5992
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Cupping styles offered
“I’ve not had fire cupping before and it always makes my injury feel much less tense when I leave there.”
What clients say about the cupping here
“I have received both acupuncture and cupping, and these treatments have done wonders for my lower back tightness (bulging disc) and my recovery from an inflamed shoulder condition.”
“She is kind and extremely knowledgeable—sometimes I’ll come in and mention a new source of discomfort.”
“She took the time to ask about my mom’s condition and really listened, even though I was just calling with a quick inquiry.”
“The whole time you are in session it is peaceful and relaxing with music and her guiding you to relaxation.”
“This was my first time trying cupping along with acupuncture, and I’m so glad I did.”
From the reviews
…I also had a hot cupping experience. If you are hesitant to try it, I say go for it. It was so fun and a very relaxing experience I had not felt before. Dr. Portalla is definitely the one to go to for all your natural needs. She is kind, trustworthy and very knowledgeable.
…I was looking forward to the acupuncture treatment, but I was hesitant about cupping. I had heard of it and seen videos, but I hadn’t done enough research to truly understand the benefits or what to expect. Dr. Portalla reassured me that if I wasn’t comfortable, I didn’t have to do it.
…She does acupuncture and cupping and has helped ease stubborn back and hip pain with these techniques. I very much appreciate her positive attitude and intuitive healing gifts. Her rooms are beautiful and calming.
…I have received both acupuncture and cupping, and these treatments have done wonders for my lower back tightness (bulging disc) and my recovery from an inflamed shoulder condition. I always leave feeling extremely relaxed. Dr. Tamra has an incredible healing aura and super friendly manner.
What to expect from your first cupping session
New to cupping? Here's the short version. What happens: the practitioner places cups on the skin — most often the back, shoulders, or legs — and creates suction (with a pump, or briefly with a flame for fire cupping). Cups either stay put for a few minutes (dry cupping) or are glided over oiled skin (massage cupping). A session is usually 15–45 minutes, often added to a massage or acupuncture visit. The marks: cupping leaves round, bruise-like circles that are normal and usually fade in a few days to a couple of weeks — they're discoloration from the suction, not an injury, and shouldn't really hurt. What to wear: comfortable clothing that gives access to the area being treated. Afterward: drink water, keep the area warm, and skip intense sun or a hot sauna right after.
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